kayon
DESIGNER: PIERRE CHARRIÉ
Referencing the symbolic “Tree of Life” used in Balinese wayang kulit (shadow puppetry) essentially used by puppeteer to open and close each performance, the Kayon screen is an abstract representation of universe and abundance. Skillfully hand-carved from processed cowhide by master puppeteer I Ketut Sudiana’s team of artisans, the Kayon screen combines artistically crafted cowhide with graceful structure of Prickly Ash wood beautifully crafted by CushCush selected artisan.
Features
- Selected leather hand picked for its translucency quality and strength
- Streamed-line design aesthetic for timeless ephemeral beauty
- Flexibility in its quantity and set of hanging screens combination to suit various spaces
Product specification
Materials: Raw cowhide, Indian prickly ash wood, Brass, Silk thread
Dimensions (each): 760 (W) x 65 (D) x 1580 (H) mm
Weight (each): 1.2 kg
Year: 2024
Edition Details: Edition of 8 plus 4 AP
Price Indication: on request
NISKALA: FORM THE UNSEEN
Niskala is a compelling collection that blends contemporary French design with refined artistry and craftsmanship of Bali. Created as the output of the 2023 Artist Designer In Residence (ADIR) program hosted by CushCush Gallery, Niskala: Forms of the Unseen takes us on a meaningful journey into the heart of Balinese spirituality and craftsmanship. Inspired by the concept of Niskala, the unseen spiritual realm that coexists with the visible world, each piece tells a story of faith, tradition, and transformation.
About the Designer
Pierre Charrié
A graduate from Fine Arts and from the École Nationale Supérieure de Création Industrielle (ENSCI-Les Ateliers), Pierre Charrié is fascinated by the sensory dimension of everyday objects and explores how materials, sounds or gestures can create new interactions and transcend the ordinary. His research and experimentations with the sound quality of objects have earned him recognition, with some of his work included in the permanent collection of the National Center of Plastic Arts (CNAP).
A polyvalent designer, he works with a wide range of natural materials, including wood and ceramic, as well as more rarely used feathers or mother-of-pearl, which he marries with both innovative and ancestral techniques used by artisans he encounters. His unique sensory approach to design and his refined creations have established him as one of the most promising award- winning French designers.